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El Monte, CA

Lafayette, LA → El Monte, CA · Cross-country move

Movers from Lafayette to El Monte

About 1,817 road miles heading west. Typical two-bedroom cost $6,940–$10,320, delivery in 5–10 days, 91 carriers on the Lafayette side and 908 in El Monte.

  • 1,817 miroad distance
  • 32 hours (4 driving days)driving time
  • 5–10 daysdelivery window
  • $6,940–$10,3202-bedroom estimate
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Route summary

Road distance
≈ 1,817 miles (1,540 straight-line)
Drive time
32 hours (4 driving days)
Delivery window
5–10 days
Move type
Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin
91 (59 interstate)
Movers at destination
908 (384 interstate)

Reverse: El Monte → Lafayette

Moving from Lafayette to El Monte is a cross-country move of roughly 1,817 road miles, heading west from Louisiana to California.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $6,940 to $10,320 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 5 to 10 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 32 hours (4 driving days).

On the Lafayette side there are 91 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (59 of them authorized for interstate work), and 908 around El Monte (384 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in El Monte.

Lafayette has a population of about 123,311 and El Monte about 105,075. El Monte is the denser city (11,401 people per square mile versus 2,175 in Lafayette), which often means shuttle trucks, parking restrictions or building move-in windows on delivery day. California is a higher-cost state than Louisiana, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.

Cost of moving from Lafayette to El Monte

Full-service estimate for 1,817 miles, by home size
Home sizeEst. weightLowTypicalHigh
Studio 2,000 lb $2,770 $3,380 $4,130
1 Bedroom 3,000 lb $4,160 $5,080 $6,190
2 Bedrooms 5,000 lb $6,940 $8,460 $10,320
3 Bedrooms 8,000 lb $11,100 $13,530 $16,510
4+ Bedrooms 11,000 lb $15,260 $18,610 $22,700

Rental truck (DIY)

$2,620–$3,690

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$2,640–$3,880

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$6,940–$10,320

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Distance is pre-filled for Lafayette, LA → El Monte, CA. Adjust the other options to see your range.

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Typical full-service range.

Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.

Moving companies for this route

Near Lafayette (origin)

Cm Contractors Of LA INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3700976
MC
1794180
Based in
Scott, LA 70583 (7 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
62 trucks, 45 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 288-4945 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dedicated Transportation LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
863701
MC
379976
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
48 trucks, 41 drivers
USDOT registered
2000
Call (337) 706-8846 Route Verify on FMCSA

Macro Environmental Specialties LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1596229
MC
942529
Based in
Broussard, LA 70518 (8 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
31 trucks, 1 drivers
USDOT registered
2007
Call (337) 839-5000 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cajun Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
2309280
MC
788388
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70507 (5 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
14 trucks, 14 drivers
USDOT registered
2012
Call (337) 230-7410 Route Verify on FMCSA

Two Men And A Truck

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Bjb Group LLC

USDOT
2554983
MC
890877
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
10 trucks, 12 drivers
USDOT registered
2014
Call (337) 417-8008 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-1 Moving & Storage Co INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
52766
MC
143588
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Long-distance
Fleet
7 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (337) 234-2361 Route Verify on FMCSA

Clark Moving Specialists LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3610864
MC
1229882
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70506 (3 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered
2021
Call (337) 319-4202 Route Verify on FMCSA

Bacio Acadiana Movers LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
4495496
MC
1777700
Based in
Lafayette, LA 70508 (4 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
4 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered
2025
Call (337) 504-4395 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 91 movers in Lafayette

Near El Monte (destination)

White Arrow LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
577394
MC
281042
Based in
Montebello, CA 90640 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
414 trucks, 408 drivers
USDOT registered
1994
Call (800) 501-5589 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dhe

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Dependable Highway Express INC

USDOT
9853
MC
139496
Based in
Los Angeles, CA 90023 (10 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
312 trucks, 240 drivers
USDOT registered
1974
Call (323) 362-9399 Route Verify on FMCSA

T C I Transportation Services INC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
480301
MC
619388
Based in
Commerce, CA 90022 (8 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
205 trucks, 277 drivers
USDOT registered
1992
Call (323) 269-3033 Route Verify on FMCSA

Hercules Forwarding LLC

Interstate carrier Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
424572
Based in
Vernon, CA 90058 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
166 trucks, 163 drivers
USDOT registered
1990
Call (323) 263-6100 Route Verify on FMCSA

Ldi Trucking INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
1074419
MC
446897
Based in
Pomona, CA 91768 (14 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
140 trucks, 134 drivers
USDOT registered
2002
Call (909) 620-7001 Route Verify on FMCSA

A-Zoom Delivery Service LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3296394
MC
1045263
Based in
City Of Industry, CA 91744 (6 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
65 trucks, 80 drivers
USDOT registered
2019
Call (714) 309-3931 Route Verify on FMCSA

Kavac Logistics LLC

Licensed interstate
USDOT
3401792
MC
1095095
Based in
South Gate, CA 90280 (13 mi from center)
Service
Local moves
Fleet
59 trucks, 110 drivers
USDOT registered
2020
Call (562) 568-8480 Route Verify on FMCSA

Orange Courier INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory
USDOT
710576
MC
327888
Based in
LA Mirada, CA 90638 (12 mi from center)
Service
Local & long-distance
Fleet
58 trucks, 75 drivers
USDOT registered
1997
Call (714) 384-3600 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 908 movers in El Monte

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Lafayette to El Monte?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $2,770 to $4,130 for a studio, $4,160 to $6,190 for a one-bedroom, $6,940 to $10,320 for a two-bedroom, $11,100 to $16,510 for a three-bedroom and $15,260 to $22,700 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is El Monte from Lafayette?

About 1,817 road miles (1,540 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 32 hours (4 driving days).

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 5 to 10 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Louisiana into California makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Lafayette to El Monte?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $2,620 to $3,690 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $2,640 to $3,880. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Lafayette–El Monte corridor.